1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Isuzu Bellett 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 1979 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | Visa | Bellett |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |