1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1976 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 148 kg more than 1976 Holden Gemini. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini. 1976 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Cuneo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
