1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 17 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 430 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, 1980 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellett | 265 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
