1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1986 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Gemini weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1986 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
