1978 Citroen LN vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | LN | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
