2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 709 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C5 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
