1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 45 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |