1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini.
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 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Gemini | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
