1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Bellel | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellel | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
