1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 144 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
