1966 Fiat OT vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 305 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | OT | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
