1994 Ford Contour vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 32 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 88 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour.
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, 1994 Ford Contour, 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Contour | Bellel |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |