1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (66 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 495 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (111 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
