1974 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1974 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. 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, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Isuzu Bellett | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
