1964 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 48 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, 2012 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Bellel | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | Bellel | Safari |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
