1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1969 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 2300 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
