1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 864 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellel | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
