1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 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 2 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 10 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Gemini | 131 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
