1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 910 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
