1965 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellel | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bellel | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
