1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1968 Renault 10 is newer by 6 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 12 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Bellel | 10 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
