1988 Holden Gemini vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Holden Gemini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Holden Gemini.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Gemini | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Gemini | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
