1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 420 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | Monomille | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 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 | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
