1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 1600 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |