1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 31 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 325 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Bigua | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
