2002 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 284 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
