1967 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Bellett | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellett | S40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
