1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1976 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 1976 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
