1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen Bijou. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen Bijou would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 366 kg more than 1960 Citroen Bijou. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | Bijou | Bellett |
Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |