1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1980 Nissan Silvia is newer by 10 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 26 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, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellett | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
