1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
