1978 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 34 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, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Gemini weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka.
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, 2012 Ford Ka, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Gemini | Ka |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
