1980 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1962 Isuzu Bellel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Escort | Bellel |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |