1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fiesta | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
