1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1971 Reliant Rebel is newer by 8 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 84 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | Bellett | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
