1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 412 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
