1979 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 31 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
