1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 149 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Bellett | Laser |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
