1966 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (81 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 293 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellel | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Bellel | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
