1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1962 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 200 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1400 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
