1968 Ford 17 vs. 1975 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1975 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1975 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | 17 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |