1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 1972 ZIL 117 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1966 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Isuzu | ZIL |
| Model | Bellett | 117 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
