1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1488 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. 2012 Nissan NV 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. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Bellel | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellel | NV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3711 mm |
