1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 5 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
| Model | Bellett | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
