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 |