1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 26 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 21 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Isuzu | MCC |
| Model | Bellett | Smart |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
