1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 34 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Toyota | Isuzu |
| Model | Corolla | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
