1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Bellel (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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 Isuzu Bellel (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1961 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 500 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |