1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Tatra T603 is newer by 5 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 520 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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tatra |
| Model | Bellett | T603 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
