1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1976 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1976 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 570 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Gemini. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1976 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
