1976 Holden Gemini 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 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. Both 1976 Holden Gemini and 1983 Holden Gemini are equipped with a 1,584 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Holden Gemini.
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, 1976 Holden Gemini (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Gemini | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Gemini | Gemini |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |