1974 Seat 133 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 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 (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Seat 133. 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Seat | Isuzu |
| Model | 133 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
