1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellett | 230 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3060 mm |
