1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 244 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Bellel | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
