1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 147 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
