1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 146 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1983 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 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfasud | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
