2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 37 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
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, 2000 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ariel | Isuzu |
| Model | Atom | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
