1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 7 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bellett | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
