1969 Ford Capri vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 114 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
