1976 Holden Torana vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 445 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Torana | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
