1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1978 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Gemini. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1978 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | SZ | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
