1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 39 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), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
