1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1965 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 219 kg more than 1953 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, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1965 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
