2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
