1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 19 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Applause | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
