1954 Austin A vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 995 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2360 mm |
