1984 Citroen BX vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 18 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 15 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
