1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 585 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Viper | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
