1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
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, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Bellel | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellel | Elise |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
