1998 Ford Probe vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1998 Ford Probe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Probe weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 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, 1998 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Probe | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
