1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 33 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 110 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Noble |
| Model | Bellett | M12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
