1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 850 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
