1979 Ford LTD vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 516 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1963 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1963 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | LTD | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
