1955 Ford Consul vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 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 (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 65 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 (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 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 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Consul | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1955 | 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 | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 111 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 | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
