1977 Holden Gemini vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1977 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. Both 1977 Holden Gemini and 1970 Volkswagen 1600 are equipped with a 1,584 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Gemini | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Gemini | 1600 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |