1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 26 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1051 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 336 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1325 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Holden | Zenvo |
| Model | Gemini | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3055 mm |
