1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 665 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
Model | Bellett | Firebird |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |