1978 Citroen LN vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN 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 (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. 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, 1978 Citroen LN, 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 (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | LN | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
