1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Junior | Gemini |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |