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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 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 170 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 (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 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 | 4093 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
