1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1975 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1975 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 1975 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | 3-Litre | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
