1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1971 Reliant Rebel is newer by 3 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | Bellett | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
