1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 29 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 245 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Bellett | 146 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
