1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |