1996 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
