1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. 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 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Trabant |
| Model | Bellett | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 24 L |
