1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, both 1982 Holden Gemini and 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 85 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Gemini | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Gemini | Sigma |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |