1983 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1983 Citroen BX and 1983 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 58 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | BX | Gemini |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |