1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Bellett | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
