1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 420 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
