1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 535 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellett | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
