1992 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 22 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 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 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, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
