1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Ford Cortina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 156 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
