1966 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellel | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Bellel | 109 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
