1968 DAF 44 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | DAF | Isuzu |
| Model | 44 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
