2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 695 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.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | CTS | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
