1978 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 8 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 1 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
