1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 3 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 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 355 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 700 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
