1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1962 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 700 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
