1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 190 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 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 60 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
