1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 95 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 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bellett | 404 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
