1963 Ford Consul vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 188 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Consul | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
