1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1978 ZIL 117 is newer by 10 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 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2010 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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Isuzu | ZIL |
| Model | Bellett | 117 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
