1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 55 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |