1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Gemini weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1978 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 1978 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1978 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gemini | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
