1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic
To start off, both 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D and 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D weights approximately 53 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic.
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 Automatic (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D. 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Gemini 1.8 D | 1979 Isuzu Gemini Automatic | |
Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
Model | Gemini | Gemini |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |