1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1966 BMW 1602 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1602 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602.
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 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1602 | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 1602 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |