1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 396 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Gemini | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
