1986 Holden Gemini vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1986 Holden Gemini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Gemini | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Gemini | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
