1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430.
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, 1969 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Gemini | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
