1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 38 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Bellel | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellel | Exige |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
