1975 Honda Life vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 435 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Life, 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, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Life | Bellett |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |