1975 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Isuzu Bellett | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | Familia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
