1975 Ford Capri vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 347 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
