1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Cabriolet | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
