1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 69 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1963 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 1963 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Visa | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
