1968 Subaru 360 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Subaru 360 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Subaru | Isuzu |
| Model | 360 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 415 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
