1979 Ford LTD vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett 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 57 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 706 kg more than 1966 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | LTD | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
