1962 Ford Cortina vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 162 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
