1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 780 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Campagnola | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
