1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1983 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini. 1997 Kia Joice 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. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Gemini | Joice |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
