1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 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 (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 449 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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 (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
