1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1971 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 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, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 500 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |