1977 Holden Gemini vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1977 Holden Gemini is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Gemini weights approximately 325 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. 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, 1977 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Gemini | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Gemini | 600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
