1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Gemini weights approximately 439 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1984 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gemini | Minica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
