1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1964 Triumph TR4 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 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4.
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 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
| Model | Bellel | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
