1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 115 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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Lantra | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
