1983 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 500 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 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Gemini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Gemini | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Gemini | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2596 mm |
