1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1965 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Humber Sceptre (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 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, 1965 Humber Sceptre (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1965 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Holden | Humber |
| Model | Gemini | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
