1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Bellel |
Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |