1979 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 34 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 785 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu Gemini has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Isuzu Gemini | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Gemini | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |