1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1968 Opel Diplomat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 500 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. 1968 Opel Diplomat has automatic transmission and 1961 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1961 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Opel Diplomat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Bellel | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellel | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
