1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1970 Volvo 145 is newer by 6 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 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, 1970 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Bellel | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellel | 145 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
