1965 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 320 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. 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 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellel | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bellel | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
