1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Gemini | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |
