1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 387 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Mehari | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
