1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 32 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 195 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, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Gemini | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
