1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 62 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
