1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 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, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charmant | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
