1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 6 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 55 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, 1975 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Gemini | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
