1966 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. 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, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellel | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellel | Manta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
