1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1966 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Bristol | Isuzu |
| Model | 409 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 40 L |
