1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 554 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.
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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Gemini | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | Gemini | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |