1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, both 1961 Isuzu Bellel and 1961 Isuzu Minx were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Bellel (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1961 Isuzu Bellel (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Bellel | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
Model | Bellel | Minx |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |