1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 9 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 585 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Chevelle | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
