1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 43 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1478 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Isuzu | Dodge |
| Model | Bellett | Ram |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 121 L |
