1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1970 Toyota Publica 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 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 77 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | Publica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |
