1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (111 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1500 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
