1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, both 1962 Isuzu Bellel and 1962 Lotus Elite were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elite (83 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 510 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
Model | Bellel | Elite |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |