1956 Ford Consul vs. 1982 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 149 kg more than 1982 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1982 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Consul | Gemini |
Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |