1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 36 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 795 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Bellett | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
