1967 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Bellett | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mini |
| Model | Bellett | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
