1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 21 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 25 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 39 kg more than 1988 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, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Maestro | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 954 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 |
