1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 420 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
| Model | A 108 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
