1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is newer by 7 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 430 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Monteverdi |
| Model | Bellel | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 130 L |
