1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1969 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1969 Lotus Seven is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 594 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven.
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, 1969 Lotus Seven (123 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm). This means 1969 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Bellel | 1969 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellel | Seven |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
