2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 153 kg more than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | SSR | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
