1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 850 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
