1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 104 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bellett | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
