1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 226 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
| Model | Sprite | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
