1966 AC Cobra vs. 1961 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 43 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1961 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Cobra | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
