1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Gemini (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Holden Gemini (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Gemini | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
