1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |