1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Bel Air | Impulse |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |