1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
