1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 54 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
