1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 26 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Bellett | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
