1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 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 4 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 440 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellel | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
