2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Isuzu Bellel 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 Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Cuore | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
