1996 Citroen XM vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 338 kg more than 1970 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 XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | XM | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
