1961 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 211 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Zodiac | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
