1979 Holden Gemini vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Gemini | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
