1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1983 Holden Gemini and 1983 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 13 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Gemini | 323 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
