1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Bellett | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
