1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 236 kg more than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Challenger | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
