1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 372 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
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, 1982 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
