1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
