1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 69 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1965 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Maestro | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
