1983 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, both 1983 Isuzu Gemini and 1983 Zastava 2101 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 14 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Gemini | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Zastava |
| Model | Gemini | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
