1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 1 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 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 60 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
