2008 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 356 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Bellett |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |