1988 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | CX | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
