1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1971 Buick Centurion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 770 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1965 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1965 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Centurion | Bellel |
Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2540 mm |