1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
