1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 5 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, 1997 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Bellel | MR2 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |