1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 70 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
