1973 Honda Life 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 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life 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 55 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Isuzu Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Life | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
