1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 107 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellel | 190 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
