2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 32 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | 21 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
