1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 48 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 (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 84 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | Bellett | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 33 L |
