1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1963 Opel Rekord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. 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 (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellel | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
