1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica 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 28 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Gemini | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
