1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 11 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 220 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, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellett | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
