1984 Isuzu Gemini vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 472 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
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, 1984 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Gemini | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Gemini | Seven |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
