1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 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 41 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Gemini.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1982 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
