2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 1965 Isuzu Bellel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fusion | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
