1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | V6 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
