1960 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (84 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1200 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
