1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Simca 1309
To start off, 1980 Simca 1309 is newer by 14 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1309 weights approximately 130 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, 1980 Simca 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Bellett | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
