2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 459 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | Beaulieu | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
