1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Gemini weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Publica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
