1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 228 kg more than 1963 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | AMC | Isuzu |
Model | Gremlin | Bellett |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 161 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 | 1167 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |