1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 14 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Bellel | 15 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
