1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1961 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1961 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Bellel (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 65 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. 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, 1961 Isuzu Bellel (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1961 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Vedette | Bellel |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |