1983 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Isuzu Gemini | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Isuzu | Riley |
Model | Gemini | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |