1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 342 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 1600 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |