1967 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1186 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Bellett | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
