2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 838 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1977 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1977 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
