1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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:
1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | Gemini |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |