1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1962 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 538 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 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, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (112 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Isuzu | Renault |
Model | Bellel | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |