1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1975 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1975 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
