1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1966 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jensen |
| Model | Bellett | 541 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
