1966 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 6 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellel | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellel | Comet |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 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 |
