1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1966 Maserati Mexico is newer by 3 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 505 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | Bellett | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
