1984 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 28 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1984 Holden Gemini. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Gemini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Gemini | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Gemini | Thema |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 465 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3053 mm |