1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 7 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 250 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
