1979 Seat 124 vs. 1981 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 1981 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Seat | Isuzu |
| Model | 124 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
