1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 1 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Gemini weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
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 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charmant | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
