2005 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1962 Isuzu Bellel 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 1962 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Bellel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |