2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 40 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fiesta | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
