1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 35 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 224 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Polo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
