1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
