1986 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 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, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
