1967 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 755 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Bellett | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Montego |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
