1959 Morgan 4 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini

To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 292 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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 (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Morgan 4 1979 Isuzu Gemini
Make Morgan Isuzu
Model 4 Gemini
Year Released 1959 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 33 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 650 kg 942 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2410 mm