1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 440 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 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Isuzu Bellel 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Isuzu SsangYong
Model Bellel Chairman H
Year Released 1961 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2787 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 272 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2910 mm