1979 Holden Gemini vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Gemini | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Gemini | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 754 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2852 mm |
