1981 Seat 127 vs. 1979 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Gemini weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127, 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, 1979 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1979 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | 127 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
