1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 2 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 665 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 1981 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Campagnola | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
