1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914.
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, 1969 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Gemini | 914 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
