1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 49 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, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight.
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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Bellel | Insight |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
