1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 is newer by 9 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellel | 818 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
