1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 298 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 2CV | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
