1976 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 7 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Thunderbird | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Thunderbird | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
