2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 192 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Xsara | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
