1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 39 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 315 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellel | Omega |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
