1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 6 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 176 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 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 | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 954 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 |
