1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 392 kg more than 1970 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Bellett |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |