1980 Holden Gemini vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1980 Holden Gemini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Gemini weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Gemini | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Gemini | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
