1959 DKW Junior 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 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Junior | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
