1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1965 Mazda R 360 is newer by 2 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 948 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. 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 (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellel | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1770 mm |
