1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Ford Zephyr is newer by 1 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 274 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Zephyr | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2360 mm |
