1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Citroen |
| Model | Bellett | C4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
