1948 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 290 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 1982 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Anglia | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
