1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 10 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 180 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 75 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
