1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Gemini weights approximately 225 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 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 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 110 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
