1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 414 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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, 1983 Holden Gemini (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Gemini | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
