1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1111 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 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 2012 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1963 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1963 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
Model | Bellett | Equus |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 77 L |