1965 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 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 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 9 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellel | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellel | Corona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
