1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1975 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 1975 Reliant Kitten is newer by 11 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 792 kg more than 1975 Reliant Kitten. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Bellel | 1975 Reliant Kitten | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | Bellel | Kitten |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 27 L |
