1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 124 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charmant | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
