1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1980 Holden Gemini is newer by 12 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Gemini weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 1980 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300. 1980 Holden 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. 1980 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
