1976 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1976 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Isuzu Bellett | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellett | 220 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
