1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 6 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini. 1982 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | Type III | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
