1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Imperial | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2540 mm |
