1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 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), 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 14 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
