1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 205 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | 929 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
