1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Holden 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, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Holden | Isuzu |
Model | Gemini | Piazza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |