1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Giulietta | Gemini |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |