1979 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1979 Citroen CX and 1979 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 445 kg more than 1979 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini. 1979 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | CX | Gemini |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |