1965 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 460 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Bellett |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |