1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 326 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | C21 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
