1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 342 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
