1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1982 Talbot 1510 is newer by 7 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 15 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Because 1975 Holden Gemini 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 1975 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Talbot 1510, 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, 1975 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Gemini | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
