1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 220 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 (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1900 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
