1981 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 76 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Gemini | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | Gemini | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
