1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 536 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
