1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1976 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Isuzu Bellett (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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, 1976 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
| Model | A 108 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
