1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 215 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
