1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504D is newer by 5 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
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, 1968 Peugeot 504D (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bellel | 504D |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
