1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1975 Opel Manta is newer by 12 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 23 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
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 (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Manta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1469 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
