1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 40 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 106 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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Bellett | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
