2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1963 Isuzu Bellel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Picasso | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
