1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 392 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (111 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bellett | XK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1469 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
