1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget 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 44 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 189 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Isuzu | MG |
| Model | Bellett | Midget |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2032 mm |
