1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
