1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 30 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, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 335 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.
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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1978 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Gemini | Fit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
