1960 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1966 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | DS | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
