1993 Ford Aspire vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Gemini (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aspire weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Holden Gemini.
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, 1990 Holden Gemini (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire. 1990 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aspire | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Aspire | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
