1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 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 53 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |