1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 123 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
