1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Because 1963 Isuzu Bellel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Bellel | 21 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
