1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1965 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 539 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1965 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
