1970 Ford Capri vs. 1961 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 87 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1961 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
