1977 Holden Gemini vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 Holden Gemini. 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Gemini. 1999 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Gemini | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Gemini | Potentia |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |