1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1997 Lotus Elise is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotus Elise (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellett | Elise |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
