1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 507 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.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Bellett | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
