1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1973 Fiat 125 is newer by 11 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125.
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, 1973 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 125 | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 125 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |