1974 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Isuzu Bellel.
Because 1965 Isuzu Bellel 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 1965 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | CX | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
