1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 479 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
