1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 635 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini. 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Gemini | P5B |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
