1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 332 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 126 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
