1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 43 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), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 274 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellel | Elise |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| 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 | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
