1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1978 Fiat 126 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Gemini weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. 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, 1975 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
