1960 Abarth Spider Riviera 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 Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera 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 55 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
Model | Spider Riviera | Gemini |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |