1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1975 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1975 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 16 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (94 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1500 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
