1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Gemini weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
