1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 32 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 125 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | 323 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
