1952 Ford Consul vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (53 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Consul | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
