1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 480 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Rally Raid | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
