1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1048 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
