1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 47 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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 427 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Isuzu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bellel | Copen |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |
