1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (54 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
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, 1983 Holden Gemini (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Cortina | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
