1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1980 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125.
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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Gemini. 1980 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 1980 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 125 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
