1970 Honda S600 vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. 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, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | S600 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
