1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 130 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
