2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 502 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | 7 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
