1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 300 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 1000 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
