1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 596 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, 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, 1962 Isuzu Bellel (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | Visa | Bellel |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |