1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 477 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (111 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
