1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |
