1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1975 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Gemini | 914 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
