1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 42 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 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1360 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
