1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 175 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| 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 | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 940 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 |
