1974 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Isuzu Bellett | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | Bellett | Nano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
