1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 46 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2009 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellel | Elise |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
