1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
