1961 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (81 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 315 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Cobra | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
