1976 Holden Gemini vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Gemini | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
