1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 5 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, 1981 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Holden | Zastava |
| Model | Gemini | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
