1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Minx | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
