2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 66 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1978 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 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Accent | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
