1984 Holden Gemini vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Gemini weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1984 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Gemini | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Gemini | Delta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
