1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 94 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellett | Santana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
