1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 340 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 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | Bellett | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
