1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1979 Holden Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica 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 (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 485 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gemini | Minica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
