1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 46 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 212 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 40 L |
