1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Maxi weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maxi | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
