2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 25 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 275 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Guara | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
