2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 389 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
