1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 425 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
| Model | A 106 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
