1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Corolla | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
