1980 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Gemini.
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, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Gemini | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Gemini | 203 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
