1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 14 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulia | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
