1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige 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 2008 Lotus Exige.
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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellett | Exige |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
