2001 Honda Insight vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 59 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Insight | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
