1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1976 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 25 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 46 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 212 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| 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 | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
