1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charmant | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
