1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1996 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1996 Kia Sephia is newer by 33 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Kia Sephia.
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, 1996 Kia Sephia, 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, 1996 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1996 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Bellel | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
