1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 47 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Isuzu Bellel | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Isuzu | Smart |
Model | Bellel | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 33 L |