1976 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Gemini | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Gemini | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
