1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 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 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 125 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
