1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1964 Renault 8 is newer by 1 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, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 317 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
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 Bellel (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Bellel | 8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
