1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1970 Saab 99 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1968 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Bellett | 99 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
