1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 8 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 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
