1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 140 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bellel | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
