1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 19 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 777 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 131 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 880 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Lotec |
| Model | Gemini | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
