1971 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1971 Ford Escort is newer by 4 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 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, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
