1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 333 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Bellett | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
