1980 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. Both 1980 Isuzu Gemini and 1958 Volvo 120 are equipped with a 1,582 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volvo 120 weights approximately 55 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 (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Gemini | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Gemini | 120 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
