1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 529 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
Model | Bellett | Firebird |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1818 cc | 5013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 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 | 945 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |