1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1983 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Gemini | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | Gemini | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1867 mm |