1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 27 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 660 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bellett | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
