1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1965 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 334 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Cabriolet | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
