1979 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Bellett | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Wartburg |
| Model | Bellett | 311 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
