1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 850 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
