1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 49 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 430 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ascari |
| Model | Bellett | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2636 mm |
