1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Smart ForTwo is newer by 42 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 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 25 more horse power than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Smart ForTwo. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Bellel | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | Bellel | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1820 mm |
