1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 133 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
