1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2003 Honda Logo
To start off, 2003 Honda Logo is newer by 22 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 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Honda Logo.
Because 1981 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 2003 Honda Logo | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Gemini | Logo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
