1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 33 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 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 126 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
