1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, both 1983 Daihatsu Charade and 1983 Isuzu Gemini were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Isuzu Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Isuzu Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
Model | Charade | Gemini |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |