1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 30 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 731 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
