1982 Holden Gemini vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1982 Holden Gemini and 1982 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 13 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
