1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1780 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
