1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 23 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 12 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Bellett | Samara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
