1988 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 272 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | AX | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
