2002 Honda Life vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Life | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
