1975 Holden Gemini vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 36 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Gemini weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
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, 2011 Toyota iQ, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | iQ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
