1983 Citroen LN vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 232 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | LN | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 942 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 |
