1965 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1972 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 193 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellel | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | Bellel | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
