1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1980 Daihatsu Charmant and 1980 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Gemini weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Charmant | Gemini |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |