1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 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 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Gemini weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 1982 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 1982 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1982 Holden Gemini (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Festiva | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
