1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (106 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 90 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
