1977 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1977 Ford Capri is newer by 9 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
