1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 50 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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 Bellel (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 55 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |