1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 330 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |