1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 11 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 182 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Bellett | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
