1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 455 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. 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, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 595 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
