1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Guara | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
