1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1974 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1974 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 245 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1974 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 1000 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
