1976 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1976 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 900 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Isuzu Bellett | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bellett | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
