1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 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 52 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 305 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. 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 (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morgan |
| Model | Gemini | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
