2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 524 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Berlingo | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
