1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1999 Audi S3
To start off, 1999 Audi S3 is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S3 weights approximately 550 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, 1999 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1999 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Bellett | S3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
