1976 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1969 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | CX | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
