1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 11 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 36 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 (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 131 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
