1950 Austin A135 vs. 1985 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1985 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A135 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
