1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1979 Isuzu Gemini and 1979 Subaru Leone 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Gemini | Leone |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
