1959 Holden FE vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | FE | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
