1983 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen BX (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
