1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1964 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 188 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Bellel | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
