1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 27 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Thunderbird | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
