1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Gemini weights approximately 68 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Gemini | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |
