2008 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1964 Isuzu Bellel 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 1964 Isuzu Bellel. 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 (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Bellel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |