2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 41 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Sirion | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
