1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1964 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 181 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800.
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, 1964 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1964 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Gemini | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
