1959 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1969 Isuzu Bellett 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 1969 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, 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, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (143 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | DS | Bellett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |