1975 Holden Gemini vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 34 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. Both 1975 Holden Gemini and 2009 Kia Cee'd are equipped with a 1,582 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 467 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.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Gemini | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Gemini | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |