1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 19 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 95 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Manta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
