2004 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1968 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 1968 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Bellett |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |