1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1965 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 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, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1400 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
