2005 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 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 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 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 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
