1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |
