1975 Holden Gemini vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 276 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Gemini | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Gemini | Celica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |