1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
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, 1979 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127. 1979 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 127 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
