1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 132 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
