1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1964 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 505 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. 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 Isuzu Bellel (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Bellel | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Bellel | Minor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
