1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 27 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (81 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 155 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, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Rally Raid | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2540 mm |
