1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 124 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
