1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 18 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 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 26 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Gemini weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Seat Marbella, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Gemini | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
