1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 52 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
