1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 25 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 58 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1963 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellett | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
