1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 300 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |