1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 166 kg more than 1969 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, 1972 Toyota Celica (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
