1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 355 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1598 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 | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 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 | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
