1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Tipo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
