1960 Citroen DS vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 17 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 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 415 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1977 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 1977 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | DS | Bellett |
Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
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 | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |