1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1959 Steyr 500

To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 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 74 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 479 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Isuzu Bellett 1959 Steyr 500
Make Isuzu Steyr
Model Bellett 500
Year Released 1963 1959
Engine Size 1584 cc 491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 16 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 924 kg 445 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 1850 mm


 

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