1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 317 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | 3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
