1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2003 Acura CL
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 35 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 600 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, 2003 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 2003 Acura CL | |
| Make | Isuzu | Acura |
| Model | Bellett | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
