1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 258 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Bellett | Forte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2649 mm |
