1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 1500 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 65 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, both vehicles can yield 113 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Holden | Zastava |
| Model | Gemini | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
