1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulia | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
