1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Holden Gemini. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 85 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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
