1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 2400 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
