1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bellett | 203 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
