1982 Holden Gemini vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 92 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Gemini | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Gemini | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
