1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellel | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
