1983 Holden Gemini vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 15 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Gemini | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |