1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, both 1963 Austin Mini Cooper and 1963 Isuzu Bellett were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
