1978 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1978 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Gemini weights approximately 222 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Civic, 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, 1976 Holden Gemini (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
