1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 42 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 813 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Bellett | 159 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
