1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 27 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1963 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
Model | Impulse | Bellett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |