1981 Holden Gemini vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 27 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 395 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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Gemini | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Holden | Ascari |
| Model | Gemini | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2636 mm |
