1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Tatra T603 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tatra |
| Model | Bellett | T603 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
