1982 Bitter SC vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Bitter | Isuzu |
| Model | SC | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
