1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Gemini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulietta | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
