1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1973 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | Carina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
