1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 275 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 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Bora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
