1968 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 179 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1965 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
