1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
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, both vehicles can yield 112 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellel | 170S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
