1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 26 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Gemini weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1978 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Gemini | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | Gemini | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |