1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Gemini. 1985 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1980 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1980 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
