1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Vedette | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
