1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 1 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 606 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Nova | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
