1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 355 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Trabant |
| Model | Bellett | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
