1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 361 kg more than 1967 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
