1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 468 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
