1986 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (81 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | CX | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
