1963 DKW Junior vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior 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 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Junior | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
