1956 Volvo 120 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 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 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo 120 weights approximately 45 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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volvo 120 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Volvo | Isuzu |
| Model | 120 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
