1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 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, 1964 Isuzu Bellel (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
Model | Charmant | Bellel |
Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |