1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 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 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300. 1979 Isuzu Gemini has automatic transmission and 1968 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1968 Abarth 1300 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:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 1300 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
