1970 Honda S600 vs. 1986 Holden Gemini

To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.

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, 1986 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 1986 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Honda S600 1986 Holden Gemini
Make Honda Holden
Model S600 Gemini
Year Released 1970 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 791 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 725 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2410 mm


 

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