1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 27 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 238 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Isuzu | Opel |
Model | Bellel | Senator |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |