1996 Citroen XM vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellel. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellel. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1968 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | XM | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
