1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 493 kg more than 1968 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
Model | Bellett | XK |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1471 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |