1974 AMC Matador vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 842 kg more than 1969 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | AMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Matador | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 58 L |
