1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 508 kg more than 1968 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Xantia | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
