1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 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 33 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 512 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
Model | 500 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |