1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 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 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 315 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | Bellett | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
