1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 347 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 850 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
