1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1980 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1980 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, 1982 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1980 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
