1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1982 Holden Gemini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 912 (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 912 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 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, 1977 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Gemini | 912 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
