1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 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 64 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 980 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 |
