1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Holden Gemini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Holden Gemini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Concerto | Gemini |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |