1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Bellel (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 30 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
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, 1973 Mercury Comet (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Bellel | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Bellel | Comet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |