1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
