2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 156 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1978 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 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero, 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Dacia | Isuzu |
| Model | Sandero | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
