1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
