1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1971 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Falcon | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
