1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. Both 1979 Holden Gemini and 1967 Volkswagen 1600 are equipped with a 1,584 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gemini | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
