1994 Ford Contour vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 28 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 262 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Contour | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
