1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 36 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 232 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Bellett | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
