1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 165 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Fiat |
| Model | Bellett | 131 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
