1976 Holden Gemini vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Gemini | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Gemini | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
