1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 9 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Parati |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
