1981 Holden Gemini vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Gemini | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
