1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1962 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 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 130 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
