1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Ritmo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
