1975 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 928 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Gemini | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Gemini | Thema |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3053 mm |
