1964 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1964 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 216 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1963 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 1963 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1964 Citroen DS (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | DS | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
