1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 15 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 216 kg more than 1965 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
