1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Isuzu |
| Model | Electron | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
