1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 165 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1983 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulietta | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
