1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 41 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 301 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Bellett | Niva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
