1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 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, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charmant | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
