1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1989 Holden Gemini
To start off, both 1989 Fiat Uno and 1989 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Gemini weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Holden Gemini (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1989 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Uno | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
