1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1987 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1987 Holden Gemini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Gemini weights approximately 74 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Gemini. 1987 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1987 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTA | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
