1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini.
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, 1983 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Gemini | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
