1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 1965 Simca 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett 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 64 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Bellett | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
