2005 Honda Life vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Life | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
