2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 168 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1979 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 1979 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daewoo | Isuzu |
| Model | Lanos | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
