1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 245 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1100 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
