1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Gemini weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. 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, 1978 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 850 | Gemini |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |