1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Isuzu | MG |
| Model | Bellett | MGA |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
