1996 Honda Today vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 17 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Today | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
