1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Exige weights approximately 17 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Gemini | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Gemini | Exige |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 44 L |
