1964 Ford Cortina vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1965 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 209 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 1965 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
