1964 Innocenti J4 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1964 Innocenti J4 is newer by 1 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 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 95 kg more than 1964 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti J4 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Innocenti | Isuzu |
| Model | J4 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
