1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Bellett | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
