2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | C21 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
