1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 35 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
| Model | 100 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
