1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1990 Holden Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Gemini weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Because 1974 Alpine A 310 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 1974 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
