1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 200 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
