1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 28 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellett | A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
