1986 Holden Gemini vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 222 kg more than 1986 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Gemini | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Gemini | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |