1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 155 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
