1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1975 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1975 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1975 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1500 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
