1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S 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 2 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
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, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gemini | 170S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
