1980 Ford Laser vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Laser | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
